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Monkeybiz Hand Beaded Elephant Collectible South Africa Colorful Sculpture ArtThis is a beautiful hand beaded elephant from South Africa. In excellent preowned condition.
Dedicated to reviving the tradition of African Beadwork, taking the love and knowledge that is passed down, over the centuries, from mother to child and becoming a bridge from traditional bead works into contemporary artworks.
Monkeybiz is a Cape Town based Non-Profit Organization empowering women in townships to become breadwinners and community leaders by providing the skills and tools to create beaded art that is sold globally.
Traditionally beads through the ages were used not only to adorn the body, but as a measure of value in ritual and economic exchange between locals and foreigners. In traditional African rituals, a fine bead necklace or beaded piece is treasured because it is thought to impart spiritual energy.
Measures 14.5" tall x 13.5" wide.
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